DP World Chennai hosts deep draft vessel at port

Along with the Chennai Port Trust, it has undertaken the exercise to deepen the draft of the terminal and provide a solution to the customers who are looking at upsizing their vessels. 

After a phased operation, DP World Chennai has now increased its draft to accommodate vessels of 15 metres. KK Krishnadas, CEO, DP  World Chennai said, “As the industry is witnessing a growth in larger vessels, there is a need for us to upgrade our infrastructure too. We are working together with the Port authorities to be aligned with the expansion plans of various shipping lines. This trend is expected to continue in the wake of global consolidation and alliance realignment in the industry.” 

DP World Chennai is an important container gateways in South India offering services at global standards to the trade. It is also strategically positioned to offer South and East India the quick transits to the Far East l markets.